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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy the Term ‘High-Functioning’ Is ProblematicWhat Is Autism?Autism and Asperger’sWhat Does “High Functioning” Mean?DiagnosisTreatmentHow Language Contributes to StigmaSocial Support Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why the Term ‘High-Functioning’ Is Problematic What Is Autism? Autism and Asperger’s What Does “High Functioning” Mean? Diagnosis Treatment How Language Contributes to Stigma Social Support Close High-functioning autism is sometimes used colloquially to describe autistic people who do not need much support to function in their daily lives....

There’s a mental health crisis in the United States. In addition to the mounting pressure we all experienced as a result of theCOVID-19 pandemic, many workers have also experienced increasingly stressful workplace conditions that have contributed to mental health consequences. As a result, workers are quitting their jobs at a record pace in favor of employers who pay more, provide more flexibility, and prioritize employee well-being. These have become the keys to maintaining employee satisfaction, and employers have no choice but to meet these demands if they want to retain their best and brightest employees....

Close Types of ADHD masking include hiding hyperactivity with calmness, sitting quietly at a desk without squirming in one’s seat, or responding as you are expected to do during class discussions even though your mind may feel chaotic. Masking may also include over-focusing on a teacher, task, or activity to avoid distractions and impulsivity. The Best Online Resources for ADHD We Tried and Tested History and Prevalence of ADHD Masking Research on ADHD masking is still limited, and it has not been studied extensively....

Close It’s hardly a surprise that we are, as a nation,worrying about the future. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has hit us hard, affecting everything from mental health to finances. It’s completely natural to wonder, “What’s going to happen next?” According to Verywell Mind’s latest Mental Health Tracker survey, 40% of Americans say they have worried about the future multiple times a week over the last month. And 36% say they’re currently more worried about the future than they normally would be....

The DSM-IV (published in 1994) likewise had no “alcoholism” diagnosis but instead described two distinct disorders—alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence—with specific criteria for each diagnosis. The DSM-5 combines those two disorders into one alcohol use disorder with sub-classifications of severity. Alcohol Use Disorder Severity Symptoms Listed in DSM-5 The DSM-5 lists 11 symptoms that can be used to determine if someone has an alcohol use disorder. If you or a loved one are struggling with substance use or addiction, contact theSubstance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helplineat1-800-662-4357for information on support and treatment facilities in your area....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are ‘I Feel’ Statements?Benefits of I-StatementsHow to Use Feeling StatementsExamplesImpactTherapeutic UsesPotential Pitfalls Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are ‘I Feel’ Statements? Benefits of I-Statements How to Use Feeling Statements Examples Impact Therapeutic Uses Potential Pitfalls Close Misunderstandings in relationships happen to everyone. However, regularly feeling misunderstood can be a sign of a need to work on communication skills. Changing how people communicate can improve relationships and help individuals feel understood....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Are Alpha Brain Waves Measured?What Do Alpha Brain Waves Do?Potential Benefits of Increasing Alpha Brain WavesTips for Increasing Alpha WavesWhat Happens When Alpha Waves Are Imbalanced? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Are Alpha Brain Waves Measured? What Do Alpha Brain Waves Do? Potential Benefits of Increasing Alpha Brain Waves Tips for Increasing Alpha Waves What Happens When Alpha Waves Are Imbalanced?...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAlternative Therapy CategorizationAyurvedaMeditationHomeopathyHypnotherapyAcupunctureYogaMassageHerbal MedicineChiropractic MedicineReikiUses of Alternative TherapiesAre Alternative Therapies Safe and Effective? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Alternative Therapy Categorization Ayurveda Meditation Homeopathy Hypnotherapy Acupuncture Yoga Massage Herbal Medicine Chiropractic Medicine Reiki Uses of Alternative Therapies Are Alternative Therapies Safe and Effective? Close Alternative therapies refer to any medical treatments that are not traditional medicine techniques. Alternative therapies could either be used alongside conventional medicine or instead of it....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHistoryHow They WorkTypesUsesSide EffectsPrecautions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents History How They Work Types Uses Side Effects Precautions Close Anticholinergicsare drugs used to treat involuntary muscle movements. In some cases, these involuntary movements are a result of a physical health condition such as Parkinson’s disease or asthma. Other times, they are a side effect ofpsychiatric medications. If you have been prescribed an anticholinergic, it’s helpful to understand how these medications work and what type of conditions they can help manage or treat....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCharacteristics of Anxiety ShiversCauses of Anxiety ShiversTreatment for Anxiety ShiversCoping With Anxiety Shivers Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Characteristics of Anxiety Shivers Causes of Anxiety Shivers Treatment for Anxiety Shivers Coping With Anxiety Shivers Close Anxiety shivers are a common symptom ofanxiety. Although not a formal clinical term, anxiety shivers refers to the experience of anxiety that might cause someone to shiver, shake, tremble, feel like they have the chills, or feel it is hard to regulate their body temperature....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSigns You Have High AspirationsTypes of AspirationsHow to Develop AspirationsWhy Having Aspirations Is So ImportantTips for Reaching Your AspirationsPotential Pitfalls to Watch For Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs You Have High Aspirations Types of Aspirations How to Develop Aspirations Why Having Aspirations Is So Important Tips for Reaching Your Aspirations Potential Pitfalls to Watch For Close Aspirations are dreams, hopes, or ambitions to achieve a life goal....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHistory of Cardinal TraitsExamplesWhat Causes Cardinal Traits?Potential Pitfalls of Cardinal TraitsCurrent Views of Personality TraitsFinding Your Own Cardinal Traits Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents History of Cardinal Traits Examples What Causes Cardinal Traits? Potential Pitfalls of Cardinal Traits Current Views of Personality Traits Finding Your Own Cardinal Traits Close Cardinal traits dominate an individual’spersonalityto the point that the individual becomes known for them....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIngredientsHistoryTypesImpact Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Ingredients History Types Impact What Is a Cigarette?A cigarette is “a cylindrical roll of shredded or ground tobacco that is wrapped in paper or another substance that does not contain tobacco. To smoke a cigarette, the end is lit and the smoke is inhaled.” What Is a Cigarette? A cigarette is “a cylindrical roll of shredded or ground tobacco that is wrapped in paper or another substance that does not contain tobacco....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionIngredientsHealth EffectsConnection With Tobacco UseLegal StatusFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Ingredients Health Effects Connection With Tobacco Use Legal Status Frequently Asked Questions People today are much more aware of the health hazards of cigarettes. However, this knowledge has led some to try to find less risky alternatives—which are often just as dangerous (if not more so) than traditional cigarettes....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPersonality Disorder ClustersCausesCluster C TypesAvoidant PersonalityDependent PersonalityOCPDSigns & Symptoms: Do I Have a Cluster C Personality Disorder?DiagnosisTreatmentCopingFAQ Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Personality Disorder Clusters Causes Cluster C Types Avoidant Personality Dependent Personality OCPD Signs & Symptoms: Do I Have a Cluster C Personality Disorder? Diagnosis Treatment Coping FAQ Close Read on to learn about Cluster C personality disorder types, how to identify if you might have one, and how it can be treated....